@ Minty - I've had the same experience as you. . . but I am not regularly riding WC DH courses at WC pace, so hard for me to compare. . @sb66er - I agree being smooth helps to avoid flats. However, I doubt any of us on this forum are smoother than the ... more »

I think there will be plenty of interest. Given the high pricepoint of the xx1 (the "whole system" - I could go on and on here about the "whole system price"), many of us opted for 10 speed/clutched derailleur/raceface ring. I had stellar results with this and wouldn't mind a little bigger cog on the cassette. . .

But seriously, Spomer - can you get an interview with Myles Rockwell to get his take on Lance getting accolades for cycling during the same period Myles got screwed for weed? I bet Myles is all laid back and doesn't care, but I'd be pissed!